PHOENIX– The renovation project that the Detroit Lions have undertaken to improve and upgrade Ford Field to enhance the gameday experience for fans is not being done at the expense of the product on the field.
Some fans have expressed fears that the stadium enhancements might put a squeeze on the team’s ability to compete for players.
Those fears are unfounded, Lions president Rod Wood said Tuesday at the NFL Annual Meeting. Lions management remains committed to paying market value for players – at least – to build a competitive roster.
“I’m happy to clear that up,” Wood said good-naturedly.